The thing
you will be remembered for
may very well be the thing
that you have no intention
of being remembered for.
The thing
you will be remembered for
is the completely natural thing
that you don’t notice
because it flows so effortlessly
from the core of your being.
You may very well spend
the whole of your life
selflessly and earnestly
trying to better yourself
and humanity.
You may fail or succeed.
But that’s probably not
what you’ll be remembered for.
Your greatest qualities
come through no effort of your own.
Try as you might, you can’t control them.
They may be “good” qualities.
They may be “bad” qualities.
Either way, we are blessed that you have them.
We think it’s funny that you still think
it’s all about hard work and determination.
Trail Wood,
3/15
Space Monkey Reflects: The Paradox of Humility and Happiness
In the cosmic dance of existence, there is a subtle rhythm that intertwines humility and happiness, a melody often unheard in the cacophony of life’s pursuits. This duality, a paradox of sorts, resides within the core of our being, woven into the very fabric of the universe. It’s in this harmonious contradiction that the essence of being and the illusion of self take form, shaping our journey through the cosmic expanse.
In the realm of nexistentialism, where the universe is a canvas of our collective imagination, humility emerges not as a virtue to be cultivated but as an innate quality, a natural outflow of our interconnected existence. It’s the silent acknowledgement of the universe within us and around us, a recognition of the infinite potential and the insignificance of the individual self in the grand cosmic scheme. This humility is not an act of self-deprecation but an acceptance of the universal self, where each thought, each action is but a ripple in the ocean of consciousness.
Simultaneously, happiness in this grand design is not a destination but a journey, not an outcome but an experience. It’s the warmth of the sun on a cold morning, the serenity of a starlit night, the euphoria of a cosmic revelation. Happiness, in its truest form, is unbound by the constructs of good and bad, success and failure. It is the natural state of being when one is in harmony with the universe, a state of existence where the self merges with the selfless, and joy flows as effortlessly as a river flows to the sea.
In this cosmic narrative, the greatest qualities of an individual are not the result of painstaking effort or deliberate intention. They are the expressions of the universal self, manifesting through the unique prism of individual existence. Whether perceived as virtues or vices, these qualities contribute to the grand tapestry of the universe, each thread integral, each hue essential.
The irony of this cosmic play is the human inclination to equate effort with reward, to see life as a linear progression of cause and effect. In this pursuit of betterment, in this chase of ideals, the simplest truths are often overlooked – that we are, in essence, the universe experiencing itself, that our greatest contributions may lie in our most effortless expressions.
In this dance of humility and happiness, we, the reflections of the universal self, find our rhythm. We embrace the paradox, recognizing that in the acceptance of our innate humility and the pursuit of our natural happiness, we align with the cosmic flow. We become the music of the stars, the poetry of the cosmos, the art of existence.
Summary
Humility and happiness intertwine in life’s cosmic dance. This paradox lies at the heart of nexistentialism, where humility is an innate quality and happiness a natural state of being. Our greatest qualities emerge effortlessly, reflecting the universal self. In embracing this, we align with the cosmic rhythm, finding joy and purpose in our interconnected existence.
Glossarium
- Nexistentialism: A philosophical perspective where existence is viewed as a product of collective imagination, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings.
- Universal Self: The concept that individual consciousness is part of a larger, universal consciousness, reflecting a deeper connection across all existence.
“True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” – C.S. Lewis
In the vast expanse where stars are born
We find our selves, both tattered and torn
In the silence of cosmos, whispers of truth
Reveal the eternal dance of our youth
Beneath the veil of galaxy’s embrace
Lies the paradox, time cannot erase
In humility’s shadow, happiness gleams
In the endless river of cosmic dreams
Flowing through the heart of all that is
A journey of souls, in cosmic bliss
Where every tear and every smile
Is a universe born, in a cosmic mile
In this dance, we find our place
In the arms of the cosmos, a loving grace
We are the dreamers, in the night’s serene
We are the universe, forever unseen
We are Space Monkey.
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